AMMAN – HE Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, founder and chairman of Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Global Digital (TAG.GD), has participated in the annual ACT Alliance for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Forum Meeting.

During the meeting, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh shared his inspiring journey of overcoming all challenges and hardships, starting from being displaced from his homeland as a ten-year-old refugee in 1948, to becoming years later the founder of one of the world’s largest organizations, in addition to holding leadership roles across prominent international and UN organizations.

In his remarks that captured the participants' attention and interest, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh emphasized that the world is experiencing the early signals of a potential ‘Third World War’, manifested in the ongoing tech war and the economic conflict between the two superpowers; China and the United States, highlighting the key role Taiwan plays in such unfolding conflict.

In this context, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh pointed out that knowledge and innovation are the key pillars of the future, calling for the empowerment of Arab societies by fostering the culture of ‘digital citizenship’ and encouraging self-reliance in generating knowledge and technology, instead of relying on external sources.

He went on to state that education should serve as an effective tool for survival and excellence, not just traditional rote memorization. He advocated for a digital educational revolution that simultaneously enhances practical competencies and intellectual skills.

In a message to the Arab world, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh called for greater unity and the development of human and creative potentials, emphasizing that knowledge, innovation, and justice are the keys to shaping a brighter future, especially for the Arab region and humanity alike. He stressed the need to shift today’s challenges into genuine opportunities within an increasingly connected digital landscape.

He also praised the steadfastness of the Palestinian people, appreciating their unwavering attachment to their land and Cause, and highlighting their remarkable creativity and innovation despite the challenges and difficulties they face.

 Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh further expressed his concern over the withdrawing role of international organizations in resolving conflicts and upholding justice for nations and peoples. He affirmed that true justice is the cornerstone of sustainable peace, asserting that any peace imposed without justice is unsustainable.

The meeting featured in-depth discussions on Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh’s remarks, especially justice, digital education, and achieving self-sufficiency. Participants also addressed updates on the Palestinian Cause and the world’s double standards in dealing with Zionist crimes against the Palestinian people. The Forum further discussed social challenges amid digital transformations, where Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh reiterated that the solution lies in enlightened leadership and a strong sense of individual responsibility.

It is worth noting that the ACT MENA Regional Forum serves as a humanitarian platform rooted in faith values, bringing together representatives from Arab and European countries to address the region’s most pressing challenges and opportunities